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Robert Kenneth WhiteRobert White "The Articulated Form" 2017 Oil, Symbolist Study of AI & Identity2017
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ROBERT KENNETH WHITE – "THE ARTICULATED FORM"
⚜ Oil on canvas ⚜ Hand signed on verso ⚜ Frameless display
MECHANICS OF HUMANITY
In “The Articulated Form,” Robert Kenneth White presents a visually arresting depiction of a humanoid figure composed of fractured mannequin-like parts. Wires and exposed joints suggest both deterioration and rebirth, invoking themes of identity, automation, and the fragility of design. With its strong chiaroscuro and classical pose, the work feels timeless—yet firmly rooted in contemporary commentary on artificial intelligence and embodiment.
Painted in 2017, this composition merges Old Master technique with speculative imagery. The figure’s expressive face and broken anatomy call to mind metaphysical investigations into what it means to be human. The painting resonates with collectors of magical realism and surreal figuration alike.
WHY COLLECT THIS WORK?
✓ Striking blend of anatomical realism and mechanical symbolism
✓ Reflects themes of AI, identity, and the post-human form
✓ Technically masterful, with echoes of classical portraiture
✓ A powerful choice for collectors of Odd Nerdrum, Roberto Ferri, or Mark Ryden
ARTWORK DETAILS:
▸ Title: "The Articulated Form"
▸ Artist: Robert Kenneth White
▸ Medium: Oil on Canvas
▸ Year of Creation: 2017
▸ Signature: Hand signed on verso
▸ Country of Origin: United States
▸ Dimensions:
— ◼︎ Canvas Size: 35.875 x 29.5 inches
▸ Condition: Excellent
▸ Framing: Frameless Display – Ready to hang or frame
INCLUDED DOCUMENTATION
✓ Certificate of Authenticity
✓ Artist Biography Document
THE ARTIST:
Robert Kenneth White creates psychologically charged compositions that explore identity, memory, and transformation. His work draws comparisons to classical painters such as Caravaggio and Ribera, yet seamlessly integrates with contemporary voices like Roberto Ferri, Odd Nerdrum, and surrealist painters including Mark Ryden and Agostino Arrivabene. With “The Articulated Form,” White speaks to the tension between constructed identity and human vulnerability—offering an unforgettable statement on the hybrid future of form.
- Creator:Robert Kenneth White (1950, American)
- Creation Year:2017
- Dimensions:Height: 35.875 in (91.13 cm)Width: 29.5 in (74.93 cm)Depth: 1.625 in (4.13 cm)
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- Condition:This artwork is well-preserved and in excellent condition commensurate with its age.
- Gallery Location:Miami, FL
- Reference Number:Seller: 1018161stDibs: LU2843216611692
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